Doctor insights on:
Body Aches And The Flu

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Doubtful:
The flu causes fever, aches and pains, and a hacking cough. Three weeks is a long time for it to last, in an otherwise healthy person. I suggest seeing your family practitioner. You may have a complication of the flu, such as pneumonia, etc.
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Never hurts:
It sounds like you may have been infected with a new pathogen or some sort of secondary infection. It's always good to have your doctor evaluate exactly what might be going on before something minor has a chance to get worse. Usually we can help alleviate the symptoms a bit to make it more bearable. Hope you feel better & good luck!
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4

Doubt shunt:
If it came on all of a sudden, it's probalbly not due to your shunt. You are sick. You may have the flue. see a doctor to have them check you out. Specially if you didn't have the flu shot.
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Any gas appliances?:
It could be the flu or many other kinds of infection however since the symptoms began right after moving to a new house the possiblity of carbon monoxide poisoning should be considered.
Do you get better when you leave the house? Does anyone else in the house feels sick also? Does the house have gas heat or other appliances?
If this is possible you should leave and get checked right away.
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6

Possibly:
If you are asking which of these diagnoses is more likely, influenza or an influenzal-like illness is more commonly associated with musculoskeletal symptoms than the common cold.
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Body aches:
There are different strains of flu (a, b, etc). If you're exposed to many people who travel a lot, you might contract flu again. Or, there are several illnesses that have flu-like symptoms, including body aches: infectious mononucleosis (ebv); cmv. Some pneumonias (legionnaire's) can present with body aches. See your fp/pcp for evaluation & treatment. Get flu vaccine this fall (unless allergic).
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10

Yes to both.:
It very well could be a virus. Influenza, or the flu, is a common virus that can cause these symptoms, and we are still in season for this virus to be going around. It also could be another virus as well. Get plenty of rest and drink fluids to keep hydrated. Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Ibuprofen can help reduce the fever. If it is not getting better within a few days, seek medical attention.
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11

Tylenonl or NSAID's:
If you have the flu hydrate well w water, herbal teas, soup or juice. Drink sufficiently to have pale to light yellow urine. You can use pain relievers like tylenol (acetaminophen) or nsaid’s. Rest a lot! in some situations antiviral medications (tamiflu, relenza, flumadine) may be prescribed within the first couple of days of symptoms to hasten healing or they can be used after flu exposure to prevent illness.
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12

Yes, could be flu:
This symptoms- fever, body ache , vomiting , chills- could be due to viral infection like flu (influenza). However, also could be due to bacterial infection. Viral infection usually cause body ache and more specific to viral infection.
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14

Possible:
It is flu season, and your symptoms are consistent. Even if it is, don't worry. The flu is usually not dangerous unless you are an infant or someone over 90. There is no treatment, and no cure. Just rest and drink lots of fluids, and you should recover just fine. Hope this helps!
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16

Not usually:
If this does not have at every period, then it would not be prudent to blame it on the period. If the symptoms do not subside in a couple of days, you may wish to see your doctor.
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? flu:
It is certainly a possiblity given his symptoms. I have data from the US that shows flu activity but at low levels for this timeframe. Unfortunately a lot of other viruses are circulating as well. He could be tested but the treatment at this point would be symptom relief only. Good luck
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Medication effect:
I commend you for exercise, and eating healthy.
Thank you for informing about dizziness ,vomiting, and use of Aspirin and Dramamine (dimenhydrinate).
It is likely that body aches are due to flu or stress; dizziness due to Aspirin, Dramamine (dimenhydrinate) or stress; and vomiting due to Aspirin.
See Psychiatrist for therapy for stress- marriage, parenting, work and finances; discuss stopping Aspirin and Dramamine (dimenhydrinate).
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